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prova definitiva

[ˈpɾɔ.vɐ ˌde.fi.ni.ˈti.vɐ]
nounfemininepl: provas definitivas
conclusive proof
1. Evidence or documentation that conclusively establishes the truth or validity of something, leaving no doubt or room for further dispute
The DNA test provided definitive proof of his innocence.
O teste de DNA forneceu prova definitiva de sua inocência.
2. Final or binding evidence in a legal or scientific context that settles a matter
The video footage was the definitive proof needed to convict the suspect.
O vídeo foi a prova definitiva necessária para condenar o suspeito.
Synonyms
prova conclusivaprova irrefutávelevidência conclusivaprova materialcomprovação
Antonyms
prova duvidosaindicíciosuspeitaconjectura

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prova definitiva
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
prova definitiva
Standard legal and formal usage
Portugal
prova definitiva
Used in legal contexts; may also use 'prova conclusiva'

Related Idioms & Phrases

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apresentar prova definitiva
buscar prova definitiva
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